Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
The timezone in Abuja is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your RDU to ABV flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport is a well-known stop between RDU and ABV.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight is $2,406. A round-trip fare is currently $2,019. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to ABV if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of RDU.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Getting in late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight? Collect your luggage and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two options close to ABV are Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place.
Pick up a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Abuja and beyond.
Booking your ride from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to central Abuja has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Abuja. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Abuja is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to ABV in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 37ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Abuja is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres north of Abuja, a visit to Kano will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Emir's Palace, Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill.
Ibadan is another standout destination in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. No journey is complete without seeing Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
